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Constipation cures - quick results needed

Going to GP on Tuesday, but need to take action before that really...Been quite bunged up for a while, ended up in hospital with abdo pains last week (stayed for 2 days - had loads of tests just in case it was related to previous bowel problem, but nothing showed up, phew)- feel really bloated, bunged up and generally unconfortable.Looking at longer term stuff eg making efforts with diet, etc, and am sure doctor will have suggestions.Any quick fixes beyond buying over the counter laxatives?. Where do I buy prune juice??Thanks in advance ...

Buy dulcolax perles from the chemist (not any of the other dulcolax stuff). It contains the same stuff that they give you in larger quantities for bowel prep if you are going to have a colonoscopy. Then just follow the instructions (take 2-4 at night IIRC and then you will get 'relief' in the morning). Maybe try taking two on the first night and if that isn't enough take four the next night. You may get a few crampy pains but it doesn't last long. However much you are drinking, drink more, much more. Then when you've had a good effect from the perles take some lactulose for a few days then slowly wean off of the lactulose. Also a good time to look at your diet and consider why you got constipated in the first place (I can't talk though, my diet is shocking ).